The Struggle for Independent Media and Freedom of Expression...
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Panelists discussed the overall media landscape in Bahrain, examined the government's control of the media, and provided recommendations for improving the situation for independent media in Bahrain
The Roadmap to Democracy in Ukraine
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Currently one of Ukraine’s most recognizable opposition politicians, Oles Doniy has a long track record of civic activism and involvement in politics, having started as the leader of the 1990 student hunger strike that led to mass protests in the country’s capital city, Kyiv. Throughout the turbulent years of independence, Doniy has maintained an independent position in support of his vision for a better future for Ukraine. His recent election victory in a single mandate district in the October 2012 elections came as a surprise to both pro-government and opposition parties.
Transparency and the Struggle for Accountability in Mexico
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
In her presentation, Irma Sandoval-Ballesteros focused on the Mexican case to examine the dynamics of how this new context of “structural pluralism” of public authority is affecting policy, including how Mexico’s new and comprehensive FOIA law is failing to meet its promise. Ms. Sandoval-Ballesteros offered recommendations for developing strategies to expand transparency and anti-corruption policies that can help strengthen democratic institutions in Mexico. Her presentation was followed by comments by Mr. Eric Hershberg.
U.S. Government Funding for Media Assistance: Trends and...
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Trends and Strategies Featuring: Peter Cary Author, U.S. Government Funding for Media Assistance: Trends and Strategies Meg Gaydosik USAID* Jeanne Bourgault Internews Mark Whitehouse IREX Moderated...
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